Travelling from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) to Vancouver International Airport (YVR): what you need to know
Vancouver's timezone is UTC-7, which makes Vancouver eight hours behind Lyon.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Make sure you're at the airport on time to board your LYS to YVR flight.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months like September. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Vancouver International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Stopovers between LYS and YVR include:
Charles de Gaulle Airport
London Heathrow Airport
Frankfurt Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) to Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
RM2,149 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Vancouver International Airport flight. Return flights start at RM2,696. These prices can change based on demand.
It's usually best to book ahead of time if you want to get cheap tickets from LYS to YVR. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
Getting cheap flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Vancouver International Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest prices across every month and snap up a great deal.
Save time looking for cheap flights from LYS to YVR by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
Find the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Vancouver International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
When it comes to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 69.6% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport is about 31 kilometres from central Lyon. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Expect a journey time of around 45 minutes on public transport.
Have an early flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Vancouver International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these hotels close to LYS:
Arriving at Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Vancouver International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near YVR instead:
Pick up a Vancouver International Airport rental car and discover Vancouver and beyond with your own wheels. Routes Car Rentals, Thrifty and Avis are top providers you can book with here.
Booking your ride from Vancouver International Airport around one week ahead can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to central Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport is approximately 14 kilometres from the centre of Vancouver. Driving there takes about 25 minutes.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
When to fly to Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
The quietest month for a flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Vancouver International Airport is May, while August is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit Vancouver based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Lock in your flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Vancouver International Airport for August if you'd like to explore Vancouver during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 13ºC (55ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from LYS to YVR in December. Average temperatures are between -1ºC (30ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF) then.
Explore more of Canada
Surrey is just one of the many cities in Canada waiting to be discovered after you've seen Vancouver. Around 32 kilometres away to the south-east, well-known attractions include Senator Reid Park, Port Mann Park and Morgan Creek Park.
If there's time to check out another great destination in Canada, consider Victoria, roughly 97 kilometres south of Vancouver. Royal BC Museum, Craigdarroch Castle and Inner Harbour are key highlights.